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(11)
Install valve spring compressor (Fig. 6-21) and compress valve spring.
(12)
Install valve keepers onto valve stem.
(13)
Release and remove valve spring compressor (Fig. 6-21)
NOTE
Visually inspect valve keepers to insure proper assembly. Repeat for each valve.
(14)
Position new cylinder base gasket (Fig. 6-13) over studs on crankcase. Repeat for both banks of
cylinders.
(15)
Position cylinder block over studs (Fig. 6-13).
NOTE
Be sure that each cylinder block is installed in same location from which it was removed.
(16)
Secure each cylinder block to crankcase (Fig. 6-13) with six 7/16-20" hex nuts and 7/16" internal tooth
lock washers. Tighten nuts to 40-50 Ib-ft torque.
(17)
Manually rotate camshaft until the valve tappet is at its lowest point. Adjust each valve tappet in turn so
that the cold clearance is .008 inch for intake and .016 inch for exhaust valves.
(18)
Position valve inspection cover and new gasket over opening in cylinder block. Secure each cover to
block with one 5/16-18" x 1-1/2" screw and 5/16" copper washer.
d. Pistons, Piston Rings and Connecting Rods. (Fig. 6-25)
(1) Replace piston pin bushing if clearance between bushing and piston pin is greater than limits shown in Figure
(2) Using piston ring expander, install piston rings onto piston. (See Figure 6-27) Install in the following order:
(a) Oil ring expander
(b) Oil ring
(c) Scraper ring
(d) Compression ring
The word "top" on the scraper ring and compression ring should be closest to the top of the piston. (See
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